A refinery fire at the Shell Norco facility in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana, broke out on the evening of April 28, 2026, and continued burning overnight before being extinguished around 9:00 a.m. the following morning. According to reports, the incident originated in...
Refinery Accident
Chemical Leak at West Virginia Plant Leaves Two Dead and Dozens Injured
A deadly chemical leak at an industrial facility in Institute, West Virginia, has left two workers dead and sent at least 19 others to area hospitals including Vandalia Health Charleston Area Medical Center and WVU Medicine Thomas Memorial Hospital, highlighting the...
Explosion Reported at BP Cherry Point Refinery Leaves Multiple Workers Injured
An explosion reported on April 18, 2026 at the BP Cherry Point Refinery in Blaine, Washington left at least three workers injured and prompted an emergency response at the facility. According to company statements, the incident occurred around 10:20 a.m., with...
Fire at Marathon El Paso Refinery Raises Ongoing Safety Concerns in Industrial Operations
A fire broke out at the Marathon refinery in El Paso, Texas on April 10, 2026, prompting a rapid response from both refinery personnel and the El Paso Fire Department. The incident occurred during the early evening hours and was classified as a condition 3 response...
Legal Rights of Those Exposed After the Port Arthur Refinery Explosion
The recent Port Arthur refinery explosion has raised significant concerns not only for those who were injured, but also for individuals who may have been exposed to hazardous conditions without immediately showing symptoms. In refinery incidents, exposure...
What Types of Claims Could Arise From the Port Arthur Refinery Explosion?
The recent Port Arthur refinery explosion has created serious legal questions for workers, nearby residents, and businesses impacted by the incident. Even in situations where immediate injuries are limited, refinery explosions often lead to a wide range of claims...
What Should Workers at the Port Arthur Refinery Do After the Explosion?
The recent Port Arthur refinery explosion has raised serious concerns for workers who were on-site or in the surrounding areas at the time of the incident. Even though early reports indicate no immediate fatalities, refinery explosions are inherently dangerous events...
Explosion at Port Arthur Refinery Triggers Shelter-in-Place Order Along Texas Coast
A large explosion at the Valero refinery in Port Arthur, Texas on March 24, 2026, sent a massive plume of smoke into the air and prompted officials to issue a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents. The refinery, located along the Texas Gulf Coast, processes...
Fire Reported at LyondellBasell Bayport Choate Chemical Plant Near Pasadena, Texas
A fire broke out late on March 12, 2026 at the LyondellBasell Bayport Choate chemical facility near Pasadena, Texas, prompting a large emergency response from multiple agencies across the Houston Ship Channel industrial corridor. The incident occurred at the sprawling...
Pressure Vessel Failures in Refineries: Causes, Hazards, and Legal Liability
Pressure vessels are critical components in oil refineries and petrochemical plants. These heavy-duty containers are designed to hold gases or liquids at high pressure during various refining processes. While engineered for strength and durability, failures involving...

